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Events to Support KACS

Community Events

KACS is grateful to our community and businesses who so generously support the many services and programs we offer to our neighbors in need. These events are a fun way to show your support for KACS and our community. We look forward to seeing you soon!

June

Juneteenth in Kennett Square

Schedule of events
Sunday, June 11
 3:00pm "A Pilgrimage to Freedom" w/ Ken Johnston
 Kennett Friends Meeting House, 125 W. Sickle St.
Friday, June 16
 8:00pm Fashioning Freedom Lecture and Fashion Show
 Curated by Dr. Kimberley Jenkins, Longwood Gardens
Saturday, June 17
 9:30am-2pm Abolitionists, Conductors and Underground Railroad Stations Exhibit
Presented by Kennett Underground Railroad Center, 120 N. Union St.
10am-2pm Feed Your Soul Box Lunch $15. Pre-order by 6/10: 302-750-1926
Fried Fish or Marinated Chicken with two sides and dessert
10:00am Walk with Ken Johnston: Kennett's First Free Black Community
Departs from the corner of East State & Race Streets
10:30am-lpm Journeying Towards Freedom: QR-Guided Walk of U.R.R. Stories
Begin at Kennett Underground Railroad Center, 120 N. Union St.
11:00am Juneteenth Dedication: Journeying Towards Freedom Opening Remarks
Anson B. Nixon Park Bandstand
11:15am Slam Poetry
Presented by Kennett Library, Anson B. Nixon Park Bandstand
12:00pm Lunch with BBQ Food Trucks
Anson B. Nixon Park Bandstand
1:00pm Kennett Community Gospel Choir with Leon Spencer
Anson B. Nixon Park Bandstand
2:00pm Think Emancipation! and Juneteenth: Talk with Dr. Cheryl Gooch
Kennett Friends Meeting House, 125 W. Sickle St.
5:00pm After Party at The Creamery
 Lecture on BBQ and the Art of Hospitality with Pit Master, Russ Whitfield, Winery Tasting by BlacOak Wine Club and live music by Group Therapy

 Sunday, June 18
 9:00am Morning Interfaith Services
Various Locations
1:00pm Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tour: $23 at KennettUndergroundRR.org
Departs from CCCVB at Longwood, 200 Greenwood Rd.
3:00pm Bayard Rustin by People's Light and Theatre
Presented by The Kennett Flash, 102 Sycamore Alley
3:30pm Journeying Towards Freedom Open Mic hosted by Leon Spencer
Presented by The Kennett Flash, 102 Sycamore Alley
6:00pm Freedom's Table Dinner of Friendship
 Presented by Voices Underground, Lincoln University, 1570 Baltimore Pike
Download Juneteenth Schedule
Community

Saturdays in June

June Food Drive

Landenberg United Methodist Church
June 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
9:00am-12:00pm
 205 Penn Green Road, Landenberg PA 19350

Every Saturday in June, Landenberg United Methodist Church is hosting a food drive to support KACS!
Drop off your donation at the church as you travel through the scenic village of Landenberg.
Thank you to all the amazing members of Landenberg United Methodist Church who organized and volunteered to support KACS!
Most needed items
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March 29

KACS Getting Ahead

A Path Forward
First Session - March 29, 2023
 St. Michael Lutheran Church

Is a free, 16-week workshop designed to help adults learn about the hidden rules of living in poverty, building resources and relationships in the community, and planning for a better life. Attendance is mandatory for all 16 sessions. Graduates are eligible for additional workshops like Financial Literacy and Staying Ahead.

Workshops:
At these workshops, we offer:
• $25 gift card each week
• Free dinner and childcare
• Resource book & materials
• New perspective that will last a lifetime

Schedule:
Every Wednesday beginning March 29th - 5:30-8:00pm for 16 weeks
St. Michael Lutheran Church, 109 E Doe Run Road Unionville, PA 19375

Limited seating
Click below for more information
Getting Ahead
Education

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KACS "Beacon of Hope" candle

The “Beacon of Hope” candle was created by KACS in collaboration with Candle Studio 1422 to help shine a light on National Homeless Persons' Memorial Day.

Scents of dark amber rosewood, white sage and a hint of lavender come together in each Beacon of Hope candle to make it the perfect purchase for your home, gifts for family and friends, or a housewarming present for new homeowners. With every candle purchased, you support the mission of KACS to eradicate poverty and homelessness.

For every candle purchased, KACS will receive a portion of the sale – thank you for helping KACS help our neighbors in need.
Order at Candle Studio 1422
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